5 Things During The Pandemic

1. Get a Tamagotchi

​I recently downloaded an app version of those keychain tamagotchi toys from back in the day. There’s just something about having to feed, bathe, and attend to a cute little digital creature that brings some semblance of structure and order to the day. 

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2. Binge watch something easy  ​

Like Rue said, “I don’t want a novel or some slow burn or anything that feels like work.” In the past 3 months I’ve watched every season of Hanging With Mr. Cooper, Full House, Fuller House, That 70s Show, Outer Banks, Superstore, The Bold Type, and finished season 2 of Charmed (2019). I also watched Soul Food, two Mary Kate and Ashley movies, and that god awful Rebel Wilson rom-com. Simple, corny shit that makes you feel good and numb.

3. Fall in love again

Being stuck inside can make life feel like it's lacking  a d v e n t u r e. Remember that love can be an adventure too. Focus on leaning into bonds that bring you peace and releasing bonds that have brought you chaos. ​

4. Disconnect

When it turns out that even a pandemic won’t stop this country from murdering your people, take a break from the collective pain and grief on social media.

5. Reconnect

Find ways to safely reconnect with the outside world; sit out on the fire escape, walk to the supermarket, rent a bike and ride around the neighborhood.